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Catnip is named after its ability to enrapture feline friends. It gives cats a feeling of pleasure and even euphoria when they inhale it. It can also help to aid their digestive system. In the wild, they eat it regularly. But catnip isn’t only for cats. There are several human uses of catnip that you may want to try.
If you’re suffering from a headache or stomachache, you may want to drink a cup of catnip tea. You make it by infusing a tablespoon of catnip leaves into a cup of boiling water. The tea makes a minty and flavorful digestive aid. It can also help to treat a headache.
If you’re having a hard time falling asleep, catnip tea can also help to soothe and relax the body so that you can get a good night’s sleep. This is especially helpful if you’re suffering from indigestion that’s keeping you up late. The catnip will help you to digest your meal and get some rest.
Catnip can also be enjoyed at mealtimes. Adding fresh catnip leaves to your salad will help give it a mint-flavored kick. It will also help you to digest the rest of your meal with ease. You can even chew on catnip leaves after a meal to help aid in digestion. This will work to freshen your breath as well.
If you’re trying to keep bugs at bay, catnip can also be used as an insect repellent. In fact, laboratory studies show that catnip oil can work better than DEET at repelling mosquitoes. The oil can be diluted and sprayed on plants and outdoor areas where you want to keep free from insects.
While some people enjoy growing catnip, using dried catnip leaves is just as effective for making teas. You may also want to keep dried catnip around if you do have a furry feline friend. You can use it to make your own cat toys and help to calm an anxious cat. While cats aren’t the only ones who enjoy catnip, they certainly benefit from it.
Catnip is available in dried leaves and flowers. It can also be purchased in tea bags to help make a quick and tasty tea. Make sure that you have some catnip in your cupboard for times when you’re sleepless or suffering from indigestion or a headache.
One word of caution, catnip does increase menstrual flow in women. Women who are pregnant should not use catnip for medicinal purposes.